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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken for Dinner Tonight!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and delicious recipe for homemade butter chicken that can be prepared quickly for a satisfying dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken in yogurt for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent.
  4. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in tomato puree, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and salt.
  6. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
  • This dish can be made ahead and reheated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg